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Kids Ministry Calling with Jana Magruder
The Kids Ministry Calling Podcast is designed to inspire and equip kids ministry leaders in every season of their journey! Join us as we dive into heartfelt discussions, practical tips, and uplifting stories that remind you of the incredible calling God has placed on your life. Tune in to be reminded of your purpose, share in the joys and struggles of ministry, and find renewed strength in your calling. Together, we can remember to have joy in our calling!
Episodes
Kids Ministry Calling with Jana Magruder22. Parenting and Grandparenting with a Generational Vision with Janie Ortlund
What does it mean to leave a lasting spiritual legacy? In a world filled with challenges and distractions, how can parents and grandparents intentionally…
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21. Old Space, New Perspective with Lynley Mandrell
Have you ever walked into a church space and immediately felt overwhelmed? The environments we create for kids and families can make a powerful first…
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20. Making Bible Truths Stick with Joel Evrist
How do we take deep, biblical truths and make them come alive for kids in a way that sticks? In this episode, Jana Magruder tackles this topic with Joel…
Kids Ministry Calling with Jana Magruder19. Teaching Scripture Through Music and Worship with Ellie Holcomb
What if the songs we sing and the stories we tell could plant seeds of faith that last a lifetime? In this episode, we’re joined by the incredibly gifted Ellie…
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18. Choosing the Right Bible for Kids of All Ages with Mary Wiley
Have you ever wondered if the Bible you’re handing to a child is the right fit for them? As kids grow and develop, so do their needs when it comes to engaging…
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17. Fun with Bible Skills with Emily Jennings
One of the greatest gifts we can give children is a deep love for God’s Word. But how do we help them not just hear Bible stories, but truly engage with…
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16. 6 Tips for Recruiting the Best Volunteers for VBS
Many churches hesitate to host VBS because they feel they don’t have enough volunteers. But what if we told you that this shouldn't be the obstacle stopping…
Kids Ministry Calling with Jana Magruder15. 3 Ways to Flip Your VBS to Reach the Next Generation
How can your VBS reach and engage the next generations effectively? What strategies will help you create a welcoming environment that connects with both Gen Z…
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14. 5 Questions To Ask Before Ordering VBS Materials
Are you ready to take your VBS planning to the next level? What questions should you ask before ordering your materials to ensure a successful and stress-free…
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13: Distinctives To Consider When Choosing A VBS
What makes a Vacation Bible School truly impactful? Is it the theme, the activities, or something deeper? Join us as we uncover the distinctives that take VBS…
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12. Happy New Year!
Happy New Year friends!! As we enter this fresh season, we want to take a moment to reflect on all that we've accomplished in the previous season and look…
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11. You Asked - We Answered! Q&A from ETCH Conference
It’s a Wrap on an Incredible Season! Join us for an exciting and heartfelt finale to this season of Kids Ministry Calling Podcast! In this special Q&A episode…
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10. All the Hats of Ministry with Lynley Mandrell and Nikki Ogden
Ever feel like you’re juggling a dozen roles at once in kids ministry? Whether you’re organizing holiday programs, managing volunteers, or supporting families…
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9. The Leadership Hat with Stephanie Chase
Live from the ETCH Conference, join us for an exciting conversation with Jana Magruder and Stephanie Chase, Kids Minister at Champion Forest Baptist Church in…
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8. The Administrative Hat with John Murchinson
In this engaging conversation, John Murchison shares insights on the importance of administration in children's ministry, discussing how his background in…
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7. The Event Planner Hat with Bill Emeott
Didn't realize you would be a certified event planner when you entered Kids Ministry? We're here for you! In this conversation, Bill Emeott dives into his…
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6. The Coaching Hat with Heidi Hensley
Ever wondered what it takes to build a thriving kids ministry team?" In this episode, Heidi Hensley shares her insights on the vital roles that shape a…
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5. The Counselor Hat with Sam Luce
Stepping into the role of a counselor can feel intimidating, but wearing this hat can be so crucial for creating lasting spiritual impact on the families we…
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4. The Evangelist Hat with Danielle Bell
In this insightful episode, we dive into the vital role of evangelism in children's ministry with special guest Danielle Bell. Together, Jana and Danielle…
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3. The Teaching Hat with Kevin Jones
Whether you're wrangling toddlers or leading preteens, wearing the teaching hat is one of the most important (and sometimes most challenging) parts of the…
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1. What Is a Calling and Why Is It Necessary?
Hey friends, welcome to a brand new podcast, Kids Ministry Calling! In the busyness of leading kids ministry, it’s easy to get caught up in the details and…
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2. The Creative Hat with Jeff and Abby Land
Whether you're crafting a Bible lesson, planning a fun event, or simply looking for ways to engage young hearts, creativity is your secret weapon in kids…
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Introducing Kids Ministry Calling with Jana Magruder
Are you feeling over-worked, over-looked, or thinking about leaving ministry? Do you love working with kids and families, but find yourself questioning…
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318. Using Leadership Tools in Ministry
Ministry is a team sport and it's crucial for the success of the team to have a diverse range of players. In this episode of the Kids Ministry 101 podcast…
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317. ETCH 2024: AI and Child Development with Dr. Shelly Melia
An entire generation is growing up watching videos, completing assignments, and potentially being taught by artificial intelligence. The AI concept that use to…
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316. ETCH 2024: Trauma-informed Ministry with Stephanie Shivers
In this episode of the Kids Ministry 101 podcast, Chuck and Jana have a conversation with trauma expert Stephanie Shivers, where they discuss the concept of…
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315. ETCH Conference 2024 Overview with Melita Thomas
If you're a Next Gen leader of any kind, the ETCH Conference is for you! Lifeway's Etch Conference in Nashville, Tennessee will help you reset your focus so…
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314. What's New with The Gospel Project
You spoke, we listened, and now we're excited to share with you what's new in the updated cycle of The Gospel Project Curriculum. The Gospel Project Curriculum…
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313. Best Of Kid's Ministry 101: Make Your Volunteer Expectations Clear
Hey friends! Over the next few weeks we're going to be sharing with you the top three episodes from Kid's Ministry 101. These are the most listened to…
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312. Best Of Kid's Ministry 101: Best Practices for Developing Leaders
Hey friends! Over the next few weeks we're going to be sharing with you the top three episodes from Kid's Ministry 101. These are the most listened to…
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311. The Best of Kid's Ministry 101: A Dozen Do Nots For Recruiting Volunteers
Hey friends! Over the next few weeks we're going to be sharing with you the top three episodes from Kid's Ministry 101. These are the most listened to…
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310. Rethinking Ministry Goals, Failures, and Success
This week we are sharing an episode from one of our favorite shows from the Lifeway Podcast Network - Youth Ministry Booster. This show is the most honest…
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309. Emotions in Ministry with Bryan Barley
Emotions are created by God as indicators of how we are processing the environment or circumstances around us. Most people identify themselves as emotional or…
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308. What Is NextGen Ministry? with Bryan Rose
Last week Chuck Peters and Jana Magruder attended the Southern Baptist Convention and had the opportunity to sit down with Bryan Rose and discuss, what exactly…
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307. A Guide to Special Needs Inclusion in Your Ministry
One of Lifeway Kids biggest focuses over the past year was equipping churches to offer welcoming and inviting experiences for our families with kids with…
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306. Accountability and Expectations of Volunteers
So many problems that surface and put our kids at great risk, are avoidable situations that happen in environments where everyone thinks, "this could never…
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305. Protecting Our Children
One of the most dangerous environments we can put our children in, is an environment without the right policies and procedures in place to protect them. On…
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304. The Gospel in 3 Circles
In this episode of the Kids Ministry 101 podcast, host Jeremy interviews Danielle Bell about the importance of sharing the gospel with kids. They discuss the…
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303. Vision Centered Ministry Part 3
Hey friends! Welcome back to this 3-Part Series on leading a vision centered ministry! If you haven't listened to part 1 or 2, we highly encourage you to do…
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302. Keeping the Connection with Families after VBS
Vacation Bible School is typically one of the largest events of the year in the life of a church. Churches around the country will see record numbers of…
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301. Vision Centered Ministry Part 2
Hey friends! Last week, Jana and Chuck began a conversation about leading with vision. If you haven't listened to that episode yet, we highly encourage you to…
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300. Vision Centered Ministry
Proverbs 29 warns, “where there is no vision, the people will perish;”. Leading with a clear vision is crucial to ministry; however, when you are one piece of…
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299. Ready Set VBS: Part 2
Melita Thomas joins host Chuck Peters to discuss more about getting ready for VBS this year. The post Ready Set VBS: Part 2 appeared first on Kids Ministry…
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298. Ready Set VBS: Part 1
Melita Thomas joins host Chuck Peters to discuss getting ready for VBS this year. The post Ready Set VBS: Part 1 appeared first on Kids Ministry. Check out…
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297. About Hyfi on Marked Podcast
Chuck Peters joins the marked podcast to discuss some of his story and the heart behind Hyfi. The post About Hyfi on Marked Podcast appeared first on Kids…
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296. Next Gen Ministry
Chuck Peters and Jana Magruder join host of the “Group Answers” podcast to discuss next gen ministry The post Next Gen Ministry appeared first on Kids…
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295. Celebrating 100 Years of Lifeway VBS
Rhonda VanCleave joins cohost Jana Magruder and host Chuck Peters to walk through the last 100 years of Lifeway VBS. The post Celebrating 100 Years of Lifeway…
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294. Breaking Down Breaker Rock Beach: VBS 2024
Rhonda VanCleave joins cohost Jana Magruder and host Chuck Peters to discuss the breakout of VBS 2024 days. The post Breaking Down Breaker Rock Beach: VBS 2024…
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293. Becoming a Special Needs Friendly Church Ep 3
Tyler Quillet and Jess Dunlap join guest host Jana Magruder to discuss more ways to become a special needs-friendly church. The post Becoming a Special Needs…
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292. Becoming a Special Needs Friendly Church: Episode 2
Sandra Peoples joins guest host Jana Magruder to discuss ways to be a special needs friendly church. Sandra Peoples (M. Div, Southeastern Baptist Theological…
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291. Becoming a Special Needs Friendly Church: Episode 1
Sandra Peoples joins guest host Jana Magruder to discuss ways to be a special needs friendly church. Sandra Peoples (M. Div, Southeastern Baptist Theological…
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290. The Importance of Preschool
Delanee Williams and Kimba Campbell join the podcast to discuss the importance of preschool ministry. The post The Importance of Preschool appeared first on…
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289. Set Yourself up for Success: Structure Your Teaching Hour to Simplify Your Prep
Mark Jones joins the podcast to discuss ways to set yourself up for success by structuring your teaching hour. The post Set Yourself up for Success: Structure…
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288. Holly Jolly Palooza
Jeremy Carroll and Crystal Mazzuca join host Chuck Peters to discuss elements of Hyfi, including Holly Jolly Palooza. Check out more at https://myhyfi.com/ The…
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287. Family Discipleship Basics
Cheryl Markland and Jana Magruder join host Chuck Peters to discuss some basics for family discipleship. Check out more at Lifeway.com/lobl The post Family…
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286. Introducing the New FREE Family Advent Guide from Lifeway Kids
Jana Magruder joins host Chuck Peters to discuss the time for Advent. The post Introducing the New FREE Family Advent Guide from Lifeway Kids appeared first on…
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285. Teaching Kids Gratitude
Champ Thornton joins Host Chuck Peters to discuss ways of teaching our kids to be thankful. Check out more about Champs books https://www.champthornton.com/…
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284. Bridging the Gap Between Student and Kids Ministry
Tega Faafa and Jana Magruder join Host Chuck Peters to discuss how we can better bridge the gap between student and kids ministry. The post Bridging the Gap…
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283. Why ETCH?
Jeremy Echols and Jana Magruder join Host Chuck Peters to discuss what it’s like coming to ETCH, and why you should come. The post Why ETCH? appeared first on…
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282. How to Build a Catch and Release Culture
Ken Braddy joins host Chuck Peters to discuss the idea of a catch and release culture in our ministries. The post How to Build a Catch and Release Culture…